As European markets navigate a period marked by geopolitical tensions and economic adjustments, the pan-European STOXX Europe 600 Index has recently seen a decline, reflecting broader concerns about global uncertainties. Amid this backdrop, investors often turn to dividend stocks for their potential to provide steady income streams and stability, making them an attractive option in uncertain times.

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Here we highlight a subset of our preferred stocks from the screener.

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HEXPOL AB (publ) is a company that develops, manufactures, and sells polymer compounds and engineered products like gaskets, seals, and wheels across Sweden, Europe, the United States, other parts of the Americas, and Asia with a market cap of approximately SEK31.02 billion.

HEXPOL's revenue primarily comes from its Compounding segment, generating SEK19.39 billion, and its Engineered Products segment, contributing SEK1.70 billion.

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HEXPOL recently increased its dividend to SEK 4.20 per share, reflecting a stable and growing payout history over the past decade. The company's dividends are well-covered by both earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios of 66.7% and 70.6%, respectively, indicating sustainability. Despite a slight decline in Q1 net income to SEK 602 million, HEXPOL maintains strong financial health, trading below estimated fair value while pursuing growth through acquisitions like Kabkom in Turkey.

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FERRO S.A. manufactures and sells sanitary and plumbing fixtures in Poland and internationally, with a market cap of PLN775.36 million.

Operations: FERRO S.A.'s revenue is primarily derived from Sanitary Fittings (PLN361.81 million), Installation Fittings (PLN265.19 million), and Heat Sources (PLN131.20 million).